OpenFieldLeeds Institute for Transport Studies (ITS) Postdoctoral Research Fellowship
Two-year postdoctoral fellowship at the Institute for Transport Studies, one of the world's leading transport research institutions, analyzing travel behavior, electric vehicle adoption, and transport policy appraisal.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- PhD in Transport Economics, Urban Geography, Civil Engineering, or Environmental Policy.
- English language proficiency
- Fluent professional English.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not applicable.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Track record of publications on urban mobility decarbonization, public transit modeling, or active travel infrastructure.
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic letters of recommendation.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Annual research salary of £37,000 to £43,000 plus £5,000 travel and dissemination grant
- Application fee
- £0 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- Not applicable; salaried postdoctoral appointment.
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 28, 2027 (Annual postdoctoral fellowship round)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official University of Leeds documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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